Filmmaker Maggie Burnette Stogner and her company Blue Bear Films, a world leader in the design and production of multi-media for museum exhibitions, have produced four short documentary films which are currently being featured within the new, worldwide, traveling exhibition “Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology.” Blue Bear Films specializes in experiential multi-media, including immersive, interactive, and integrated film, video, and 2D/3D animation, for museum exhibitions on a global scale. nnThe new exhibition debuted at the Montreal Science Center on April 28th, and will remain there until Sept. 18th. Following its debut at the Montreal Science Center, the “Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology” exhibition will travel for 5-7 years throughout Europe and Asia.nnProduced in conjunction with The National Geographic Society, Stogner’s "real archaeology" films will be presented in high definition video, and will be shown continuously on hi-def screens throughout the “Indiana Jones” exhibition. Blue Bear Films and Stogner produced the documentary films for the exhibition, which is a joint partnership between LucasFilm Ltd., National Geographic, X3 Productions, and UPenn. nnStogner also directed the audio “Welcome” portion for the exhibition, working directly with “Indiana Jones” superstar Harrison Ford.nn
nClick here to view the promotional trailer for this exhibition online.nnFred Hiebert, Senior Archaeology Fellow at National Geographic, and Co-Curator of the “Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology” exhibition, said, “The exhibition content is greatly enriched by Maggie Stogner’s video shorts of n’Real Indiana Joneses’ — archaeologists in the field who bring the passion and importance of new discoveries to the general public. These films give me goose bumps of excitement every time I see them — wow!"nnAdds Kathryn Keane, Director of Traveling Exhibitions with National Geographic, “National Geographic is very fortunate to have such a talented and experienced producer on this project. Maggie has an intuitive understanding of museum audiences, is passionate about the subject, and brings a lifetime of experience in the field to this project. She also has fun with it – and that really comes through in the work.”nnMartin Dignard, Executive Producer of Exhibit Media for X3 Productions, commented, “As Executive Producer and Director of the exhibitions’ audiovisual content, I had peace of mind knowing that Maggie was overseeing the production of these four National Geographic short documentaries. She was a valuable asset to the team, and her extensive experience and mastering of the National Geographic brand was essential. Of the four short documentaries, two of these are exclusive to the exhibition, with never-before seen footage. The success of these particular videos is the result of Maggie’s dedication to the project.”nnAdds Stogner, “It’s not everyday you get a chance to work with Harrison Ford, and the remarkably gifted people at LucasFilm and National Geographic on a brand new ‘Indiana Jones’ project! The documentary films we produced, which appear within this new traveling exhibition, meld the fantasy of those inspiring ‘Indiana Jones’ movies with the exciting world of real life archaeology. Visitors to museums today are seeking immersive and highly interactive experiences. The ‘Indiana Jones’ exhibition is dynamic and experiential, and through its incorporation of multi-media technology, delivers dramatic and compelling storytelling.” n nAbout The “INDIANA JONES AND THE ADVENTURE OF ARCHAEOLOGY” ExhibitionnVisitors to the Montreal Science Center will have a chance to experience their own, unique archaeological adventure in the company of the field’s most charming guide, Indiana Jones. The new exhibit features:nn-> An interactive tour across the legendary sites of the “Indiana Jones” films, shedding light on some of the historical myths, such as the Ark of the Covenant and the Holy Grailnn-> A vast collection of “Indiana Jones” film accessories, costumes, props and memorabilia from the Lucasfilm Archives nn-> A rare chance to see ancient artifacts on loan from The National Geographic Society and The Penn Museum.nn-> A hand-held multimedia guide, which enables visitors to discover the secrets of archaeological destinations made famous by the “Indiana Jones” films.nn”Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology: The Exhibition,” presented by The National Geographic Society, was made possible by Lucasfilm Ltd. and produced by Montreal’s X3 Productions. The exhibition is a first in Québec, in exclusivity with the Montréal Science Centre. For more information, please visit: www.indianajonestheexhibition.comnnLucasfilm Ltd., Indiana Jones and all related indicia are trademarks of & ©2010 Lucasfilm Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Used Under Authorization.nnAbout BLUE BEAR FILMSnFounded by Maggie Burnette Stogner, Blue Bear Films, a world leader in design and production of experiential media, including immersive, interactive, and integrated film, video, and 2D/3D animation, for museum exhibitions, is an independent film and media arts company. Her company specializes in multi-media storytelling, design, production, and creative consulting. nnMaggie Burnette Stogner is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in film, video, and interactive multimedia production. She brings creative, high-quality talent to every project, and is known for her ability to get the best results, on time and on budget. In addition, she is the published author of prominent industry articles on the state of the “Cultural Museum Experience,” in both “Curator” and “The International Journal of the Inclusive Museum.”nnPrior to founding Blue Bear Films, Stogner was with National Geographic TV & Film for ten years, as Producer and Senior Producer of National Geographic’s documentary series “Explorer” and “Ultimate Explorer.” These weekly programs were winners of numerous Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, and a Dupont Award under her supervision. nnFor more than six years, Blue Bear Films has been designing and producing integrated experiential media for museum exhibitions on behalf of such major clients such as National Geographic, The Smithsonian Institution, Arts and Exhibitions International and LucasFilms. These include the “Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs” exhibition, which has had over 7 million visitors to date, the “Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures” exhibition, which is currently at the British Museum, “Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah,” at the Denver Museum of Science, “Shipwrecked: Tang Treasures and Monsoon Winds,” “Ancient Treasure Ships and the Great Oman Voyage,” and other cultural traveling exhibitions, which are touring around the world. nnBlue Bear Films is based in Annapolis, MD. The phone is 571/331-8007. For more information, please visit: www.bluebearfilms.com.n
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The Light and BIEN Form Creative & Strategic Alliance
Becky Morrison from The Light & Ricardo Roberts from BIEN.
Production company The Light and motion design studio BIEN have forged a strategic alliance that nurtures inclusivity and sustainability throughout the life cycle of every project.
The Light Founder/CEO Becky Morrison and BIEN Co-Founder Ricardo Roberts were first introduced by a mutual client who recognized their parallel ethos. Both Morrison and Roberts are advocates for industry change, and have built successful companies that demonstrate the benefits of human-centered and sustainable production in live action and motion design, respectively.
“I admire the thoughtfulness, specificity, and artistry with which BIEN produces animation and design and their attention to representing the full spectrum of humanity,” notes Morrison. “Their work behind the scenes to foster a diverse creative community is equally impressive. It feels like the perfect moment to partner with another mission-driven company who cares so deeply about creative excellence and social change.”
“I immediately hit it off with Becky and love that she has so many ideas that are tactical, scalable and make a powerful difference,” adds Roberts. “She challenges the status quo while producing beautiful, world-class content. With this partnership, we can better serve our clients and carry our mission forward together.”
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